Brigham Young, born in 1801 in Vermont, grew into a powerful leader who voraciously spread the word of Mormonism and organized the migration of thousands of believers westward to form a colony in Utah's Salt Lake Valley.

Founder Joseph Smith published the Book of Mormon in 1830 converting Young into an ardent supporter. Young became the president and authority of the Church of Jesus Christ and the Latter-Day Saints in 1847 following Smith's death.

Despite public outcry against the new religion, Brigham Young managed to successfully create a self-sufficient and isolated community that encouraged Mormon beliefs, which included polygamy, as well as massive migration into and development of the Utah Territory.
Brigham Young listed in New York for the 1830 Census.

Historical Events Surrounding 1830 US Census

After months of increasing inflation and shrinking credit, the Panic of 1837 begins causing widespread bank failures and unemployment.